Workshops

Learn About Our Local Birds When: Thu Apr 03, 2013 7:30-9PM Where: Gresham City Hall Council Chambers 1333 NW Eastman Pkwy Gresham, OR Get Map!

Backyard Bird Class
You're invited to attend a free spring bird class and learn to identify year-round residents arriving in our yards and parks.

Spring brings thousands of migrating birds to our region; some stay to nest and others pass through. Get ready for great spring birding action with this crash course in identifying spring migrants and summer breeders.

Metro naturalist James Davis will show slides, play some easy bird songs and simplify what seems like a confusing variety of birds to many beginners.

Learn how-to construct your own rain garden! When: Sun Apr 06, 2014 1-5PM Where: Hollydale Elementary 505 SW Birdsdale Drive Gresham, OR Get Map!

Free Workshop
Learn how to build your own rain garden! We’ll explore the critical role rain gardens can play in urban stream restoration, and how they add beautiful landscaping to your yard at the same time.

You will learn how to assess your site to determine the best location and size, calculate impervious surfaces, determine soil suitability, choose appropriate plants, and how to maintain your new rain garden. You will also receive a comprehensive manual that guides you through all the steps in constructing your rain garden. Where possible, workshop includes a short tour of a nearby rain garden.

Register Here!

Gresham Historical Society. Click to view.

Let's Go Walking! When: Sat Apr 12, 2014 11AM-12:45PM Where: Meet at Gresham History Museum 410 N Main Av Downtown Gresham Get Map!

Come tour Historic Downtown Gresham, and learn about its historic buildings and homes, historic graves and trees, some historic local figures, and about the shops that used to line Main Ave. Tours weave throughout Historic Downtown Gresham, are fast paced, and will cover around a mile of mostly flat level ground.

Tours leave at 11:00AM sharp, rain or shine, and are free. Donations are always accepted and much appreciated. Parking is available in the lot behind the museum.

Weed Watcher Workshop When: Wed Apr 16, 2013 6-7:30PM Where: Gresham City Hall Barlow Trail Room 1333 NW Eastman Pky Get Map!

Weed identification class
Invasive plants are a major problem for the environment and the economy. They damage property and crowd out native plants that local wildlife rely on for food and shelter. Join us for a free workshop focusing on Early Detection Rapid Response (EDRR) for invasive weeds. Learn to identify these invaders and where to report them before they become a problem.

Free workshop. No RSVP required

Help us fight off Gresham’s weedy invaders by participating as a Weed Watcher in our Early Detection, Rapid Response Program. By familiarizing yourself with problem weeds in our area, you can help us stop these plants in their tracks.

Help Reduce Water Use When: Sat Mar 15, 2014 9:30AM-1:30PM Where: Greater Gresham Baptist Church 3848 NE Division St Gresham, OR Get Map!

Learn to Naturescape!
Naturescaping is the practice of designing (or redesigning) your landscape so that it reduces water use and decreases stormwater runoff while saving you time, money and energy. This introductory workshop introduces the core concepts of naturescaping, and also explores:

• pollution prevention through the reduction/elimination of chemical use
• how native plants naturally resist pests & tolerate drought conditions while attracting native birds, butterflies and other beneficial pollinators to your garden
• basic site planning principals, and many other great natural gardening & design tips

Even if you decide to enlist the help of a contractor, you’ll have the framework to make decisions and effectively communicate the vision you have for your yard. Class will visit a nearby naturescaped project to see design principles in action. You’ll receive a comprehensive workbook and even a free native plant to help you get started.

When: Mon May 20, 2013 6PM-8PM Where: Gresham City Hall 1333 NE Eastman Pky Get Map!

Rain garden: landscaping that absorbs water from your roof or driveway

East Multnomah Soil and Water District (EMSWCD) is hosting a free rain garden workshop at Gresham City Hall Council Chambers. Join us for hors d’ oeuvres, beverages and learn how to build a rain garden. Eligible Gresham residents will receive a $200 cash incentive.

Capture Runoff Water When: Thu May 30, 2013 6PM-9PM Where: Gresham City Hall Council Chambers 1333 NE Eastman Pky Get Map!

Rain garden: landscaping that absorbs water from your roof or driveway

East Multnomah Soil and Water District (EMSWCD) is hosting a FREE rain garden workshop at Gresham City Hall Council Chambers. Join us for hors d’ oeuvres, beverages and learn how to build a rain garden. Eligible Gresham residents will receive a $200 cash incentive.

Color Your Troubles When: Mon Mar 18, 2013 7-9PM Where: Human Solutions Rockwood Building 124 NE 182st Ave Greaham OR Get Map!

Express Yourself
Explore another way to look at and understand our conflicts, by drawing them, in this workshop sponsored by East Metro Mediation. Participants will learn about themselves, about each other and about conflict through another means. No artistic ability allowed! Crayons are provided. There is no cost for residents of Gresham, Troutdale, Fairview or Wood Village; $10 for others.

Click to enlarge

Learn About Local Raptors When: Tue Feb 05, 2012 7-9PM Where: Gresham City Hall Conference Center 1333 NW Eastman Pkwy Gresham, OR Get Map!

Birds of Prey Lecture
Hawks, eagles and falcons have always fascinated people. Metro naturalist James Davis will discuss how to tell these groups of raptors apart and the key points for identifying the most common species in Oregon. You will also learn about the natural history of birds of prey and the amazing adaptations of these birds for catching and killing their prey.

In addition to slides, there will be stuffed study skins of the most common species for up-close looks. This class will get you primed for the Metro's Raptor Road Trip Feb 9th on Sauvie Island, or any outings of your own.

Learn To Save A Life When: Sat Feb 09, 2012 9AM-12PM Where: Gresham City Hall Conference Center 1333 NW Eastman Pkwy Gresham, OR Get Map!

American Heart Association CPR/AED Training taught by Gresham Fire Fighters. Seats are limited and will be filled on a first come first served basis. Registration is required. There is a $10.00 non-refundable registration fee for this class. The training is provided free of charge and students can take home a class workbook if they choose to.